SBS and NITV, in partnership with Screen Australia, and state and Territory agencies, have announced the launch of Curious Australia, a new, nationwide initiative seeking submissions for standalone, half-hour documentaries reflecting the diversity of people and experiences of contemporary Australia. In partnership with Screen Australia, and state and Territory agencies Film Victoria, Screen NSW, Screen…
Consider the Use of Your Wood Heater
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On the first day of winter it’s time to remember how to ‘Burn Right Tonight’, or consider switching from wood burners to a less polluting alternative for your heating. “After the horrific smoke from burning forests during the Black Summer fires, Canberra is back to enjoying very good air quality. But smoke from household wood…
Reduce Home Fire Risks This Winter
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With the arrival of winter, Canberrans are being informed about how to prevent a home fire and what to do if a fire starts. Minister for Police and Emergency Services Mick Gentleman said now was the time for residents to think about the fire risks within their home and make sure they know what to…
Round Two of Get Active Kids Voucher Program Open
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More vouchers are on offer for young Victorians keen to play their favourite sport with up to $200 available to help pay for sporting equipment, uniforms and memberships. Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence has announced applications has opened under the second round of the $21 million Get Active Kids Voucher Program. “Every kid deserves…
The Power of the Dream Launching July 14
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Chips and Gravy Films are proud to announce the release of their new mockumentary series The Power of the Dream, to coincide with the world’s greatest sporting challenge, the Olympics! The Power of the Dream is the second short-form comedy series from the creators of the ABC iView hit The Housemate. All six episodes of…
The Mandalorian Seasons 1 & 2
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Created by Jon Favreau Staring Pedro Pascal Rated M Score 3/6 Beginning five years after the events of Return of the Jedi and the fall of the Galactic Empire, The Mandalorian follows Din Djarin, a lone Mandalorian bounty hunter in the outer reaches of the galaxy. He is hired by remnant Imperial forces to retrieve…
“White Road” Project Atelier section of the Cinefondation program at Cannes
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Mystical drama “White Road!” which is to be directed by Ella Manzheeva has been selected to The Atelier section of the Cinefondation program of the Cannes Film Festival, which will take place from 6 to 17 July 2021. The Atelier section of the Cinefondation program was created in 2005 with the aim of developing new…
A French Christmas market is Coming to Canberra in July
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22 Chalets (Wood huts) imported from Europe, melted cheese stations, French crepes, snow falling, magical lights, Christmas music and carols, nutcrackers, French Wines and a Mulled Wine Garden! The market will be running for 4 full days over the school holidays and is entirely free to attend. “We are really excited to bring this unique…
MY NAME IS GULPILIL National Q&A – Wednesday May 26
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Ahead of the national theatrical release of My Name is Gulpilil on May 27, cinemas across all states and territories will unite on the evening of May 26 for a live-streamed, interactive Q&A event, honouring the screen career of Australian living legend David Gulpilil. A collaborative national event, fitting for such a national cinema icon,…
Dirty Lines Starts Production
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Production for the Dutch Original Netflix series Dirty Lines started in Amsterdam. The series is made in collaboration with Fiction Valley and inspired by Fred Saueressig’s book 06-Cowboys about the rise of the telephone sex lines in the late 1980s. The series is created by Pieter Bart Korthuis and directed together with Tomas Kaan and…